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Filipino Food in New Jersey

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Ace Pinoy Eats

Ace Pinoy Eats

Belleville, NJ

“Ace Pinoy Eats serves Belleville, New Jersey with Filipino cuisine through their catering operation, bringing authentic Filipino flavors to the greater Newark area. This catering-focused business provides Filipino food for events, parties, and gatherings throughout northern New Jersey, serving the region's Filipino community and introducing Filipino cuisine to diverse audiences. Operating in Belleville--a diverse Essex County town near Newark with substantial Filipino population--Ace Pinoy Eats fills catering needs for Filipino celebrations, community events, and family gatherings. The business's online presence through their website suggests a modern approach to traditional Filipino catering, making ordering convenient for customers planning events. Ace Pinoy Eats represents the essential role Filipino caterers play in supporting community celebrations and cultural events throughout the Filipino diaspora.”

Closed- Opens Tomorrow at 9:00 AM
5
BK Private Dining & Catering LLC

BK Private Dining & Catering LLC

Garwood, NJ

“BK Private Dining & Catering has earned perfect recognition for Filipino private dining and catering services in New Jersey, achieving a 5.0 rating through exceptional food quality and professional event service. Specializing in Filipino cuisine for private events, parties, and celebrations, BK Private Dining brings restaurant-quality Filipino food to homes and venues throughout the area. The catering service prepares authentic Filipino dishes using quality ingredients and traditional methods, ensuring celebrations feature genuine Filipino flavors and professional presentation. With perfect ratings, BK Private Dining has built a reputation for reliability, quality, and the ability to execute Filipino catering at the highest level. The business represents successful Filipino food entrepreneurship focused on bringing Filipino cuisine to special occasions and private gatherings.”

Closed- Opens Tomorrow at 9:00 AM
4.9
Maricel's Kitchen

Maricel's Kitchen

East Brunswick, NJ

“Maricel's Kitchen stands as New Jersey's premier Filipino culinary experience destination in East Brunswick, founded in 2017 by acclaimed Chef Maricel Gentile who learned cooking from her lola (grandmother) in Manila and built a distinguished 30+ year culinary career in New York City's finest five-star establishments. This unique establishment operates simultaneously as a Filipino restaurant featuring Friday Night Kamayan Tower Feasts and weekend Filipino brunch, a hands-on cooking school teaching Filipino and Pan-Asian cuisines, and a bespoke catering service for private events and corporate gatherings. Featured on Food Network, PBS's A Table for All with Buki, Hulu, and author of Maricel's Simply Asian Cookbook, Chef Gentile created a culinary experience destination at 111 Main Street that welcomes thousands annually to discover authentic Filipino and Asian flavors through interactive cooking classes, exclusive Chef's Table dinners with guest chefs, and intimate dining experiences including the signature Kamayan Tower-a stunning tiered display of scratch-made Filipino dishes served exclusively for each party. The menu showcases Chef Gentile's lola's recipes including chicken adobo, beef caldereta, tinola, sinigang, and specialty items like crispy shrimp balls and grilled pompano, many adaptable for gluten-free diets upon request. With weekend Filipino brunch featuring three-tier Brunch Towers ($59.95 for two people) and lighter platos, plus the traditional Kamayan Feast served on banana leaves for hands-on communal dining, Maricel's Kitchen fulfills Chef Gentile's mission to make Filipino cuisine part of everyday dining conversations alongside Italian, Mexican, and Thai, while honoring her lola's legacy by sharing authentic family recipes with new generations.”

Open- Closes at 3:00 PM
4.7
Manila Cafe & Asian Mart

Manila Cafe & Asian Mart

Mt Laurel Township, NJ

“Manila Cafe & Asian Mart has established itself as a beloved destination for authentic Filipino cuisine and groceries in Mount Laurel, New Jersey, serving the Philadelphia metro area with turo-turo style point-and-order counter service. This combination restaurant and Asian grocery store offers an extensive selection of traditional Filipino dishes alongside a well-stocked market featuring Filipino pantry staples, snacks, and specialty items that are difficult to find elsewhere, including ube-flavored polvoron cookies. The venue has earned particular praise for its affordable pricing-with fried rice plates with two meats available for just $12-generous portions, and authentic home-style cooking that attracts both the local Filipino community and military families from nearby Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst. Operating since the early 2010s, Manila Cafe features signature dishes like pancit, pork sisig, halo-halo dessert, and special Sunday Filipino breakfast service starting at 8 AM with longanisa, chicken tocino, beef tapa, and omelets. The establishment's Boodle Fight offerings for parties and friendly, quick service from welcoming staff have made it a neighborhood favorite, with customers regularly making it a monthly destination and noting that the presence of many Filipino diners confirms the authenticity of the cuisine.”

Open- Closes at 4:00 PM
4.7
Asian American Food Mart

Asian American Food Mart

Bergenfield, NJ

“Asian American Food Mart has earned legendary status in Bergen County for serving what many consider the best turon in New Jersey. This family-run establishment combines a traditional Filipino turo-turo with a small grocery section, offering customers the chance to point to their favorite dishes from a selection of authentic Filipino fare. The mart's signature turon�"deep-fried banana wrapped in spring roll wrapper and glazed with caramel�"is so beloved that customers drive from as far as Massachusetts and order 30 to 50 pieces at a time for parties and gatherings. Operating as a typical turo-turo where customers point to their preferred dishes, the establishment offers comfort foods like adobo, sinigang, nilaga, pansit noodles, and fried fish in a warm atmosphere that feels like eating at grandma's house.”

Open- Closes at 5:00 PM
4.7
Filipino Foodmart

Filipino Foodmart

Colonia, NJ

“Filipino Foodmart serves Colonia, New Jersey with excellent 4.7-star rated restaurant and grocery services in the heart of Woodbridge Township. This establishment uniquely combines restaurant dining with grocery shopping, providing comprehensive Filipino food services under one roof for Central Jersey's Filipino community. The restaurant side offers prepared Filipino meals and traditional dishes that customers can enjoy on-site or take home, featuring beloved classics prepared with authentic techniques. The grocery component stocks Filipino essentials including frozen goods, specialty condiments, rice varieties, and imported products that enable home cooking. This dual approach serves customers seeking both convenient prepared meals and ingredients for traditional cooking at home. The solid rating reflects quality across both operations, creating valuable one-stop destination for Filipino food needs. For Colonia and surrounding Woodbridge area communities--which include substantial Filipino populations along with broader Central Jersey diversity--Filipino Foodmart provides convenient access to both dining and shopping options. The location in densely populated Central Jersey corridor makes it accessible to Filipino families throughout Middlesex County and surrounding areas. The combination restaurant-grocery model recognizes that Filipino community members need both quick meal solutions and proper ingredients for home cooking, efficiently serving both needs. Filipino Foodmart contributes to Central Jersey's rich tapestry of Filipino businesses, providing essential services that maintain cultural connection through food while operating with quality that earns strong customer satisfaction in competitive New Jersey market.”

Open- Closes at 4:00 PM
4.6
Luzviminda Grocery and Restaurant

Luzviminda Grocery and Restaurant

Fords, NJ

“Luzviminda Grocery and Restaurant serves Fords, New Jersey with a combination Filipino market and restaurant that provides comprehensive Filipino food services to the Central Jersey Filipino community. The name "Luzviminda" refers to the three main island groups of the Philippines (Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao), signaling the restaurant's commitment to representing the full diversity of Philippine cuisine. This dual-format business allows Filipino families to both dine on prepared foods and shop for ingredients to cook at home, making it a crucial community resource. The grocery section stocks hard-to-find Filipino products, while the restaurant serves authentic dishes representing different regional Filipino cuisines. Luzviminda creates a cultural hub where Filipino Americans can connect with their heritage through food, both by eating traditional dishes and by cooking them at home with proper ingredients.”

Open- Closes at 7:00 PM
4.6
FOODbites Filipino Grocery and Cuisine

FOODbites Filipino Grocery and Cuisine

Union, NJ

“FOODbites Filipino Grocery and Cuisine serves Union, New Jersey with excellent 4.6-star rated combined grocery and restaurant services in Central Jersey. This dual-purpose establishment provides comprehensive Filipino food services under one roof, offering both shopping and dining options for the region's Filipino community. The grocery section stocks Filipino essentials including frozen goods, specialty condiments, rice varieties, and imported products needed for home cooking. The restaurant side prepares authentic Filipino dishes that customers can enjoy on-site or take home, featuring traditional favorites cooked with proper techniques. The solid rating reflects quality across both operations, creating valuable one-stop destination. For Union and surrounding Central Jersey communities--which include substantial Filipino populations throughout this densely populated corridor--FOODbites provides convenient access to both Filipino groceries and prepared meals. The location in Union Township makes it accessible to Filipino families throughout Middlesex, Essex, and Union counties. The combined model recognizes that customers need both quick meal solutions and proper ingredients for home cooking, efficiently serving multiple needs. FOODbites contributes to Central Jersey's Filipino community infrastructure, providing essential services that enable cultural preservation through both retail and dining. The establishment serves as gathering place where shopping and eating intersect with cultural connection, offering Filipino families comprehensive food services delivered with quality that earns strong customer satisfaction in competitive New Jersey market.”

Open- Closes at 5:00 PM
4.5
FlipKitch

FlipKitch

Jersey City, NJ

“FlipKitch brings contemporary Filipino cuisine to Jersey City, serving the New York metro area's Filipino community with modern interpretations of traditional dishes. This restaurant represents evolution in Filipino dining, honoring heritage while embracing creative presentations and contemporary influences. The menu showcases Filipino classics alongside innovative preparations that demonstrate cuisine's versatility and adaptability to modern tastes. From traditional adobo to creative lumpia variations, classic pancit to contemporary sisig presentations, each dish balances authenticity with innovation. For Jersey City's substantial Filipino population and diverse broader community, FlipKitch offers both familiar comfort foods and exciting new interpretations that keep Filipino cuisine dynamic. The restaurant serves Hudson County's Filipino Americans while attracting New York metro area's adventurous dining culture through accessible approach to Filipino food. Jersey City's incredible diversity and proximity to Manhattan create ideal environment for contemporary Filipino concepts. FlipKitch demonstrates how Filipino restaurants can evolve beyond traditional formats while maintaining cultural authenticity and flavor integrity. The restaurant contributes to Jersey City's thriving dining scene, offering Filipino flavors through modern lens that appeals to multiple generations and diverse audiences. FlipKitch serves as example of Filipino cuisine's ongoing evolution, showing how traditional dishes can successfully adapt to contemporary dining contexts while honoring their roots and maintaining the essential character that makes Filipino food distinctive and beloved across New Jersey and New York metro communities.”

Closed- Opens Tomorrow at 11:00 AM
4.5
Kusina Ni Inang

Kusina Ni Inang

Hamilton Township, NJ

“Kusina Ni Inang honors the memory of Ising Jordan (Inang), a beloved cook from La Paz, Tarlac Province, whose passion for authentic Filipino cuisine lives on through family recipes perfected over generations. Founded to share Inang's cherished cooking traditions with Hamilton Township and Central Jersey, the restaurant serves traditional Filipino favorites including BBQ pork, sweet and sour cod fish, and sweet plantain rolls in a cafeteria-style setting with quick, friendly service. The restaurant's name translates to "Inang's Kitchen," reflecting its mission to deliver home-cooked Filipino meals that feel like dining with family. With generous portions, reasonable prices, and a welcoming atmosphere, Kusina Ni Inang has become a destination for both Filipino families seeking authentic tastes of home and adventurous eaters discovering nilagang baka, pork binagoongan, and other regional specialties. The restaurant also features a small retail section with Filipino snacks and ingredients.”

Open- Closes at 5:00 PM
4.4
Bamboo Grill

Bamboo Grill

Bergenfield, NJ

“Bamboo Grill brings Filipino grilled specialties and traditional cuisine to northern New Jersey, serving the Bergen County Filipino community with authentic flavors and generous portions. The restaurant specializes in Filipino-style grilled meats including pork and chicken barbecue, grilled bangus (milkfish), and other inihaw (grilled) items that capture the smoky, sweet-savory flavors of Philippine grilling traditions. Beyond grilled specialties, Bamboo Grill offers a full menu of Filipino favorites including sinigang, adobo, and pancit, creating a comprehensive Filipino dining experience. The restaurant prepares each dish using traditional methods and authentic seasonings, earning praise for maintaining Filipino flavors that resonate with Filipino customers while introducing new diners to Philippine cuisine. With its location in Bergenfield�"home to a significant Filipino population�"Bamboo Grill serves as both a neighborhood gathering place and a destination for Filipino food enthusiasts.”

Closed- Opens at 11:00 AM
4.2
Jayhan's Grill

Jayhan's Grill

Jersey City, NJ

“Jayhan's Grill serves Jersey City earning solid 4.2 rating across 202 reviews, bringing modern Filipino bistro experience to New Jersey's diverse West Side neighborhood. Operating near light rail line makes restaurant accessible destination for Filipino cuisine enthusiasts throughout Hudson County. Unlike traditional turo-turo steam table joints, Jayhan's prepares dishes to order ensuring fresh, hot food served at peak quality. The restaurant stands out for proudly displaying Filipino identity through signage, decorations, and cultural pride in menu and atmosphere. The modern bistro concept offers cozy dining space perfect for gatherings and dates while maintaining authentic Filipino flavors. Menu showcases deep specialization in three areas: deep-fried items with perfectly crispy texture, expertly grilled dishes including signature chicken inasal, and fresh seafood preparations. Customers consistently praise pork sisig served on sizzling plate with tender pork belly and crispy toppings, considered among best sisig in New Jersey area. The kare-kare impresses with creamy peanut sauce complementing succulent oxtail and fresh vegetables, creating harmonious dish resonating with authenticity. The crispy kare-kare variation offers unique twist pairing crispy pork with rich peanut sauce. Filipino street food selections including kwek-kwek and crispy chicharon bulaklak provide indulgent authentic experience. The bangus sisig showcases creative use of milkfish in traditional preparation. Service remains friendly and knowledgeable with courteous staff eager to explain dishes and provide recommendations, making Jayhan's welcoming spot for both Filipino food veterans and curious newcomers exploring cuisine.”

Closed- Opens at 11:00 AM
4.2
Lutong Bahay Restaurant

Lutong Bahay Restaurant

Raritan, NJ

“Lutong Bahay Restaurant serves Los Angeles with authentic Filipino home-style cooking in a city with one of the largest Filipino populations outside the Philippines. This restaurant competes in LA's vibrant Filipino food scene by focusing on traditional preparation methods and the authentic flavors that define genuine lutong bahay cooking. The menu emphasizes classic Filipino comfort foods prepared the way Filipino grandmothers have made them for generations, offering both nostalgia for Filipino Americans and genuine cultural experience for curious diners. In a city where Filipino food has gained mainstream recognition, Lutong Bahay maintains its commitment to traditional, unpretentious home cooking that honors Filipino culinary heritage. The restaurant serves as a neighborhood favorite for Filipino families seeking authentic flavors without fusion trends or modern reinterpretations.”

Open- Closes at 7:00 PM
4.2
Mama Fina's

Mama Fina's

Hackensack, NJ

“Mama Fina's serves New York City with authentic Filipino home-style cooking, bringing grandmother's recipes to one of America's most diverse food cities. This restaurant emphasizes traditional Filipino dishes prepared with the love and care associated with mama's cooking. Operating in New York City's competitive restaurant scene, Mama Fina's focuses on authentic flavors and generous portions that define Filipino hospitality. The city's substantial Filipino population provides a built-in customer base while the diverse, adventurous dining public creates opportunities to introduce Filipino cuisine to new audiences. Mama Fina's exemplifies the role of Filipino restaurants in preserving culinary traditions while sharing them with broader communities.”

Open- Closes at 10:00 PM
4.2
Blue Ribbon Kitchen

Blue Ribbon Kitchen

Jersey City, NJ

“Blue Ribbon Kitchen brings Filipino home cooking to Jersey City, earning recognition for quality Filipino cuisine in the diverse Hudson County dining scene. The restaurant prepares traditional Filipino dishes using family recipes and home-cooking methods that create the authentic flavors Filipino families remember. Blue Ribbon Kitchen serves Jersey City's substantial Filipino population while introducing others to Filipino cuisine through welcoming atmosphere and approachable menu presentations. Located in Jersey City�"a diverse community with growing Filipino presence�"the restaurant contributes to the area's multicultural food landscape while providing Filipino families with reliable access to authentic home-style cooking. The restaurant's name suggests award-quality cooking combined with the warmth of home kitchen traditions.”

Closed- Opens Tuesday at 9:00 AM
3.9
Barangay Grill & Food Mart

Barangay Grill & Food Mart

Union, NJ

“Barangay Grill & Food Mart combines a Filipino restaurant with a grocery mart, offering both prepared Filipino meals and ingredients for home cooking. Named after the Filipino term for neighborhood or community, Barangay serves as a gathering place for Union's Filipino community while introducing others to Filipino cuisine and products. The restaurant side features Filipino grilled specialties and traditional favorites, while the mart section stocks Filipino groceries, imported products, and specialty ingredients. This dual concept makes Barangay an essential resource for Filipino families who want both restaurant meals and ingredients for home cooking. The establishment represents the practical approach many Filipino groceries take, serving multiple needs�"prepared food, groceries, and community connection�"in one location convenient for busy families.”

Open- Closes at 6:00 PM